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About Inside Art Inside Art's daily mission is to deliver inspiration, knowledge, and news about contemporary art - a world that’s bigger, wilder, and more beautiful than you may know. Our short, thoughtful, and well-written [...]
Oh To Be a Swaggie in New Zealand
So, what's a swag?
What Color is that Tree?
Tips for Painting Leaves, Bark, and Branches
Matisse on Art
"All art worthy of the name is religious."
Start Your Next Renaissance!
"Each of us has the potential for a renaissance, an age defined by a creative, purposeful, and engaged life."
The Secret Language of Color
While a photo can have plenty of interest, a painting of the same subject can radiate feeling and mood.
A Striking Couple
Two paintings that raise the common to the uncommonly beautiful.
To Life! Sargent’s ‘Two Wineglasses’
Why this little-known, seemingly minor painting is a plein air masterpiece.
Inspirations from Infinity
Plenty of people suffer from visual hallucinations and don't become international superstars of the art world.
Three Ways to Spark Inspiration
Learn technique - but don't sacrifice self-expression.